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10 Best Nursing Homes in Whitley County, KY
Whitley County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 54 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Whitley County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Whitley County is about $3,884, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 221 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Newcomb, Ketchen and Winfield.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Whitley County, KY
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
People use nursing home services for any number of reasons -- because today's nursing homes can provide solutions to almost every eldercare problem. No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Whitley County, KY
The average cost of senior living in Whitley County is $3,884 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Williamsburg, KY with an average of $2,595 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Whitley County, KY vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Whitley County, KY vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Whitley County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Whitley County, KY by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Whitley County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Whitley County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Whitley County
Bluegrass Senior Living in Somerset, KY
5.0
We love it. My loved one is happy here, and has more friends now than before.
The staff are wonderful to work with, friendly, helpful, and accommodating with the family and residents. The staff are willing to assist my loved one with their food choices.
Wellington Manor Knoxville
5.0
My father was welcomed here with open arms after his wife past away! They treat you like family here! They have so much compassion for the elderly here! The activities are engaging, fun and stimulating for your loved one and they adapt each activity if needed. The nursing staff is prompt, kind ...
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BeeHive Homes of Powell in Knoxville, TN
5.0
Awesome!Beehive is just so special. Very clean.Very orderly. So caring. Feels like someone's home. Marjorie says she loves living there and never wants to leave.
Whitley County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitley County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitley County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Whitley County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Whitley County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.7%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Whitley County nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Whitley County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whitley County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Whitley County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Whitley County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Whitley County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitley County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Whitley County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
10%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Highlands Square, Emory Ridge and Wellington Manor Knoxville are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Whitley County, Kentucky. See full list of communities.
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